The cochlear implant is designed to work for a lifetime and not require revisions or reimplantations.

However, there is always the chance of device failure or damage from trauma to the device (this happens more in kids who are not as good at protecting their heads). It is very, very rare for scarring to interrupt the communication between the electrodes and the inner ear (cochlea).

In brief:
Possible, but rare

The cochlear implant is designed to work for a lifetime and not require revisions or reimplantations.

However, there is always the chance of device failure or damage from trauma to the device (this happens more in kids who are not as good at protecting their heads). It is very, very rare for scarring to interrupt the communication between the electrodes and the inner ear (cochlea).
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But as you can imagine with any electronic device, malfunctions can occur with time.

Your implant surgeon should be able to advise you, but one implant should last 10-15 years. If you are having trouble with your implant, of course contact your ENT for advice.

In brief:
Should not

But as you can imagine with any electronic device, malfunctions can occur with time.

Your implant surgeon should be able to advise you, but one implant should last 10-15 years. If you are having trouble with your implant, of course contact your ENT for advice.
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